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learning disability and dementia
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about the course
This online course was developed in 2020 by Karen Watchman and is available for organisations to book for up to 20 staff. It involves 'real-time' attendance via Zoom. The course is not recorded. For a list of all training options please visit the home page.
aim
This course aims to prepare those attending to provide individualised and appropriate support for people with a learning disability before, during and after a diagnosis of dementia.
what is included in the fee?
learning objectives
Those attending will be supported to:
who should attend?
The course will be relevant to health, allied health, third sector, social care and social work professionals, family carers and students. No prior knowledge or experience is required.
method of delivery
The online course is currently delivered live on Zoom for up to 20 staff from one organisation. To take part, staff are advised to use a PC or laptop with stable internet connection. Use of a headset (to cut out background noise) is encouraged and a microphone (to enable full participation) is required.
This online course was developed in 2020 by Karen Watchman and is available for organisations to book for up to 20 staff. It involves 'real-time' attendance via Zoom. The course is not recorded. For a list of all training options please visit the home page.
aim
This course aims to prepare those attending to provide individualised and appropriate support for people with a learning disability before, during and after a diagnosis of dementia.
what is included in the fee?
- One day of online training delivered by Karen Watchman.
- Ongoing access to an online course toolkit which contains handouts, videos and additional downloadable resources. The password is provided to course attendees.
- Support to develop a plan to embed your learning in practice.
learning objectives
Those attending will be supported to:
- Understand current evidence in supporting people with a learning disability and dementia.
- Recognise the human rights of people with a learning disability and dementia to make decisions, exercise choice, and access information, including about their diagnosis.
- Engage with practical activities that reinforce the importance of individualised support, including the impact of the environment across care settings.
- Develop and apply an outcome-focused approach to providing care and support.
- Develop (with colleagues as appropriate) a draft organisational plan/strategy for supporting individuals ageing with a learning disability and dementia.
who should attend?
The course will be relevant to health, allied health, third sector, social care and social work professionals, family carers and students. No prior knowledge or experience is required.
method of delivery
The online course is currently delivered live on Zoom for up to 20 staff from one organisation. To take part, staff are advised to use a PC or laptop with stable internet connection. Use of a headset (to cut out background noise) is encouraged and a microphone (to enable full participation) is required.
feedback from attendees
The whole day was so useful and informative. Good mix of case studies and chat and general information
the resources and links are great and the discussions great too
I found the group work very beneficial. Its good to hear what other people have experienced and what measures they have put in place,
The videos were excellent And having access to the toolkit area will be a great resource.
I learnt a lot more than expected and atmosphere was friendly and relaxed
Great use of teaching skills, kept us engaged at all times
Karen was an excellent facilitator, I really enjoyed the course and would highly recommend for all frontline staff.
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Karen Watchman owns intellectual property rights in relation to this online one-day course.